Review
Environmental Sciences
Weiping Mei, Hao Sun, Mengke Song, Longfei Jiang, Yongtao Li, Weisheng Lu, Guang-Guo Ying, Chunling Luo, Gan Zhang
Summary: PFASs are widely present in the environment and the soil-plant system plays a crucial role in their bioaccumulation. Research shows that the root concentration factor of PFASs is not related to hydrophobicity, while the translocation factor is negatively correlated with PFAS hydrophobicity. Further studies on different forms of PFASs and their interactions with plants are needed for a comprehensive understanding of their environmental fate in the soil-plant system.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Li Chen, Jinrong Liu, Weixiong Zhang, Jiqiang Zhou, Danqi Luo, Zimin Li
Summary: This review focuses on the sources, geochemical behavior, uptake, toxicity, detoxification, and bioremediation strategies of Uranium in soil-plant systems. It highlights mining activities as the main source of soil Uranium contamination, with Uranium mainly accumulating in plant roots but being translocated to aerial parts in some species. Plants tolerate Uranium toxicity through various defense mechanisms.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Reda A. Abou-Shanab, Cara M. Santelli, Michael J. Sadowsky
Summary: The study showed that certain soil bacteria can enhance the availability of arsenic in soil, thus increasing arsenic uptake by Pteris vittata plants. Specific bacterial strains significantly improved arsenic uptake by P. vittata, leading to higher bioconcentration factors and potential use in large-scale soil remediation.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOREMEDIATION
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Youyuan Chen, Ping Sun, Pengzhan Lu, Bingbing Dong, Baoying Wang, Kegang Xin, Jia Xin
Summary: The study found that chicken manure (CM) significantly reduced the accumulation of Cr(VI) in P. purpurea, while peat (PE) treatment promoted the accumulation of Cr(VI) in plants. Both CM and PE can be used as efficient soil amendments for Cr(VI)-contaminated soil.
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Anisa Ratnasari, Achmad Syafiuddin, Ahmad Beng Hong Kueh, Suhartono Suhartono, Tony Hadibarata
Summary: Biodegradation is a promising method for removing estrogens from water environments, with bacteria, fungi, and algae showing capabilities to effectively remove these contaminants. Before widespread implementation, understanding the advantages and disadvantages is crucial, as well as exploring other available microorganisms to survive under harsh environmental conditions for future expansion.
WATER AIR AND SOIL POLLUTION
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Kaiser Iqbal Wani, M. Naeem, Tariq Aftab
Summary: Heavy metal pollution, especially chromium contamination, is a serious global problem that hinders food security and sustainability. This review analyzes the factors influencing chromium speciation and discusses its bioavailability and remediation strategies.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2022)
Review
Plant Sciences
Rahmatullah Jan, Murtaza Khan, Sajjad Asaf, Lubna, Saleem Asif, Kyung-Min Kim
Summary: This review summarizes the emerging potential of kaempferol and quercetin in terms of their antimicrobial activity, bioavailability, and bioactivity in the human body, as well as their regulation of plant defense and role as signaling molecules under stress conditions. The safe use of both metabolites in the pharmaceutical industry is also evaluated.
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Nan Shen, Tongfei Wang, Quan Gan, Sian Liu, Li Wang, Biao Jin
Summary: Flavonoids are natural polyphenol substances abundant in various plant-based foods. They have significant biological activities in both plants and humans, such as antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects. However, research on their distribution, biosynthesis, and health benefits remains limited. Future opportunities in flavonoid research include biotechnology, therapeutic phytoproducts, and exploring dietary flavonoid bioavailability.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yuxin Guo, Yuanyuan Lu, Kamel Mohamed Eltohamy, Chunlong Liu, Yunying Fang, Yajing Guan, Boyi Liu, Jiao Yang, Xinqiang Liang
Summary: This study evaluated the contribution of different-sized biogas slurry-derived colloids to plant available P uptake and phosphatase response. The results indicated that the addition of nanosized colloids can increase the bioavailability of colloidal P and plant biomass.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xingcai Chen, Yanxia Li, Linshu Jiang, Xiaoman Jiang, Baiyang Hu, Lin Wang, Shengwei Zhang, Xuelian Zhang
Summary: This study investigates the uptake and dissipation of residual steroid estrogens (SEs) in different soils through a wheat pot experiment. The results reveal that soils with higher organic matter and silt and clay content can reduce the plant uptake of estrogens. Specifically, 17 beta-estradiol (E2) is less accumulated in plants compared to estrone (E1), mainly due to its higher hydrophobicity and shorter half-life. Estrogens tend to concentrate in the plant roots rather than translocating to the shoots. In addition, plant cultivation enhances estrogen dissipation in the rhizosphere, improving the pollution situation.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Ping Wang, Jianwen Luan, Lijuan Luo
Summary: This study reported the feasibility of repeatedly removing a mixture of 17 beta-estradiol (E2) and 17 alpha-ethinylestradiol (EE2) from municipal wastewater by Selenastrum capricornutum (SC) microalgae, and indicated that SC, together with the indigenous microorganisms in wastewater, could be repeatedly used for simultaneous removal of E2 and EE2.
WATER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pei-Hsun Wu, Hsin-Yi Yeh, Pei-Hsin Chou, Wen-Wei Hsiao, Chang-Ping Yu
Summary: The study demonstrates that using microalgae for secondary wastewater effluent polishing is a promising approach, capable of removing emerging contaminants such as estrogens through the photocatalytic degradation mechanism mediated by algal extracellular organic matter.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yi Wang, Kaiyue Wang, Junyuan Yan, Qian Zhou, Xiaoying Wang
Summary: Alzheimer's disease is an incurable type of dementia in the elderly, and our understanding of its etiology and pathogenesis is limited. However, several hypotheses related to risk factors have been proposed, and plant-derived dietary polyphenols have been shown to have protective effects against neurodegenerative diseases. This review summarizes the regulatory effects of these polyphenols on AD-related molecular mechanisms and discusses the issue of bioavailability and potential improvements, aiming to encourage further research.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Erika Dobroslavic, Zoran Zoric, Verica Dragovic-Uzelac, Ivona Elez Garofulic
Summary: This research evaluated the potential of electrostatic extrusion for the encapsulation of bay leaf polyphenols (BLP). The results showed that electrostatic extrusion was an efficient technique for the microencapsulation of BLP, with high encapsulation efficiency and antioxidant activity, and improved bioaccessibility of polyphenols.
Article
Plant Sciences
Xiaoyan Zhang, Sha Chen, Feipeng Duan, An Liu, Shaojing Li, Wen Zhong, Wei Sheng, Jun Chen, Jiang Xu, Shuiming Xiao
Summary: The study found that modulation of gut microbiota through prebiotics can increase the concentration of ginsenosides and their metabolites in vivo, thereby improving their bioavailability. Prebiotic treatment has a significant impact on the classification and function of gut microbiota, promoting the proliferation of specific bacterial strains with glycoside hydrolysis capacity to enhance the biotransformation and bioavailability of ginsenosides.
JOURNAL OF GINSENG RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Agronomy
Yuanbo Li, Peng Zhang, Mingshu Li, Noman Shakoor, Muhammad Adeel, Pingfan Zhou, Manlin Guo, Yaqi Jiang, Weichen Zhao, BenZhen Lou, Yukui Rui
Summary: Nanotechnology has played a significant role in agriculture, particularly in plant protection. Nanoparticles with antimicrobial properties can be developed into nanopesticides to inhibit the growth of plant pathogenic bacteria and fungi and enhance crop resilience to diseases.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Rong Huang, Yuanyi Lu, Muhammad Arslan Ahmad, Jinlong Zhang, Xu Deng
Summary: This study highlights the importance of viable spores in microbial-induced calcium precipitation (MICP) and demonstrates that optimizing conditions can improve the calcium precipitation activity (CPA) of bacterial strains. The viability and quality of spores are both crucial for developing high CPA and effective MICP processes.
APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Noman Shakoor, Muhammad Adeel, Imran Azeem, Muhammad Arslan Ahmad, Muhammad Zain, Aown Abbas, Muzammil Hussain, Yaqi Jiang, Pingfan Zhou, Yuanbo Li, Ming Xu, Yukui Rui
Summary: We conducted a meta-analysis of recent literature to investigate the impact of different lithium sources and levels on plant species under different growth conditions. The toxic effects of lithium exposure in plants varied depending on the medium, with more negative responses observed in hydroponic systems compared to soil and foliar application. The source materials of lithium also influenced its toxic effects, with lithium chloride negatively affecting parameters related to plant germination and root biomass, while lithium nitrate had more negative effects on shoot biomass. The dosage of lithium also played a role, with concentrations below 50 mg/L significantly influencing plant physiological indicators, while concentrations between 50-500 mg/L affected biochemical parameters. The dose-response relationship (EC50) for different exposure mediums ranged from 24.6-196.7 ppm. The bioaccumulation and trophic transfer of lithium in edible tissues of crops remains unknown and should be investigated in future research.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Noman Shakoor, Muhammad Adeel, Muhammad Arslan Ahmad, Muzammil Hussain, Imran Azeem, Muhammad Zain, Pingfan Zhou, Yuanbo Li, Ming Xu, Yukui Rui
Summary: This study investigates the effects of lithium on the physiology and metabolites of soybeans. The results show that high concentrations of lithium inhibit soybean growth and development, alter root metabolites, and decrease calcium and magnesium levels. The study also reveals the important roles of vacuoles and cell walls in defending against lithium stress.
JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Muzammil Hussain, Noman Shakoor, Muhammad Adeel, Muhammad Arslan Ahmad, Haichao Zhou, Zhiyong Zhang, Ming Xu, Yukui Rui, Jason C. White
Summary: Nanoscale materials can enhance plant growth and control phytopathogens by altering the diversity and composition of plant microbiota. Understanding the complex interactions between nanomaterials, host plants, pathogens, microbiome, and environment is crucial for using nanomaterials in microbiome engineering to improve plant growth and disease protection.
Review
Soil Science
Pingfan Zhou, Liuwei Wang, Jing Gao, Yaqi Jiang, Muhammad Adeel, Deyi Hou
Summary: Nanoplastics (NPs) are accumulating in the soil environment and pose serious consequences for ecosystems and human health. This review provides a summary of current studies on NP-plant interactions, focusing on uptake mechanisms and phytotoxicity of NPs. NPs can be taken up by plant roots, transported throughout the plant, and negatively impact plant growth and development. The potential mechanism of NP-plant interactions and future perspectives are also discussed.
SOIL USE AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shuxin Li, Wenjing Zhang, Dayi Zhang, Wei Xiu, Shengyu Wu, Juanfen Chai, Jincai Ma, Muhammad Yousuf Jat Baloch, Simiao Sun, Yuesuo Yang
Summary: The migration of Escherichia coli O157:H7 in the vadose zone is affected by different types of organic and inorganic colloids, with humic acids significantly promoting migration while iron oxides have the opposite effect. The risk of secondary release of E. coli O157:H7 can be effectively reduced when the ratio of humic acids to iron oxides is >= 1. In China, the migration capacity of E. coli O157:H7 gradually decreases from north to south, and the risk of secondary release increases accordingly.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Pingfan Zhou, Peng Zhang, Mengke He, Yu Cao, Muhammad Adeel, Noman Shakoor, Yaqi Jiang, Weichen Zhao, Yuanbo Li, Mingshu Li, Imran Azeem, Like Jia, Yukui Rui, Xingmao Ma, Iseult Lynch
Summary: The study found that nano hydroxyapatite, iron oxide nanoparticles, and nano zero valent iron can significantly reduce the accumulation of cadmium in rice and promote plant growth. These nanoparticles reduce cadmium content through adsorption and the formation of iron plaques, and alleviate oxidative damage by regulating hormones, metal ion balance, and gene expression. This study provides a theoretical basis for using nanoparticles to reduce cadmium accumulation in edible plants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Pingfan Zhou, Yaqi Jiang, Muhammad Adeel, Noman Shakoor, Weichen Zhao, Yanwanjing Liu, Yuanbo Li, Mingshu Li, Imran Azeem, Yukui Rui, Zhiqiang Tan, Jason C. White, Zhiling Guo, Iseult Lynch, Peng Zhang
Summary: Nickel (Ni), as a trace element, can improve plant growth and development. A study compared the effects of NiO nanoparticles (n-NiO), NiO bulk (b-NiO), and NiSO4 on soybean growth and nutrition. n-NiO at 50 mg kg-1 significantly increased seed yield by 39% and promoted fatty acid and starch content. n-NiO had long-lasting regulatory effects, and its Ni2+ supply decreased phytotoxicity concerns. Majority of Ni in seeds was in ionic form, with only a small portion as n-NiO.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Khansa Saleem, Muhammad Ahsan Asghar, Ali Raza, Hafiz Hassan Javed, Taimoor Hassan Farooq, Muhammad Arslan Ahmad, Altafur Rahman, Abd Ullah, Baiquan Song, Junbo Du, Fei Xu, Aamir Riaz, Jean W. H. Yong
Summary: This study investigated the impact of biochar on drought tolerance in Leptocohloa fusca (Kallar grass) and explored the plant defense system at the physiological level. The results showed that drought restricted the growth of L. fusca and induced oxidative stress. Biochar significantly improved plant growth and development.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hilary J. Rogers
Summary: Floral senescence is a fundamental process in plant development and has ecological, agricultural, and cut flower production significance. The biochemical changes occurring during floral senescence have been well-studied, but the initiation and regulation of the process and inter-organ communication are still not fully understood. Ethylene and other plant growth regulators play important roles, and omics approaches have provided valuable insights, but further research is needed to verify mechanisms and interactions.
BIOCHEMICAL SOCIETY TRANSACTIONS
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Muhammad Adeel, Muhammad Zain, Noman Shakoor, Imran Azeem, Muzammil Hussain, Muhammad Arslan Ahmad, Sadaf Chaudhary, Usama Zaheer, Muhammad Abdullah Aziz, Sunny Ahmar, Rui Yukui, Ming Xu
Summary: A meta-analysis was conducted to investigate the response of plants to steroid estrogens (SEs) and their accumulation potential in different environmental conditions. Different plant species showed heterogeneous responses to types, concentrations, and exposure mediums of SEs. Food crops such as carrot and potato were found to be major sources of SEs intake, but the consequences are still largely unknown. Further research is needed to determine threshold levels of SEs in soil-plant systems to mitigate the global threat to human health.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Guikai Zhu, Yi Sun, Noman Shakoor, Weichen Zhao, Qibin Wang, Quanlong Wang, Azeem Imran, Mingshu Li, Yuanbo Li, Yaqi Jiang, Muhammad Adeel, Yukui Rui
Summary: Phosphorus-based nanomaterials (PNMs) show great potential in promoting plant growth, improving plant tolerance mechanisms, and increasing resistance to pathogens. Previous research on PNMs mainly focused on a few materials, necessitating a comprehensive evaluation of their broader uses. This review article classifies PNMs based on green synthesis methods and phosphorus valence state, and elucidates the underlying mechanisms through which PNMs facilitate plant growth. Additionally, strategies for improving the bioavailability of PNMs are discussed, providing valuable insights for their future design and safe implementation in agricultural practices.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Noman Shakoor, Muzammil Hussain, Muhammad Adeel, Imran Azeem, Muhammad Arslan Ahmad, Muhammad Zain, Peng Zhang, Yuanbo Li, Wang Quanlong, Robert Horton, Yukui Rui
Summary: This study investigated the impact of lithium on soybean growth and nitrogen fixation capacity. The results showed that exposure to high lithium concentration reduced the number, weight, and biological nitrogen fixation potential of soybean nodules. Additionally, the abundance of the bacterium Ensifer in the nodule bacterial community decreased after high lithium exposure, which was correlated with changes in soybean growth and nitrogen fixation capacity.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Pingfan Zhou, Muhammad Adeel, Manlin Guo, Ling Ge, Noman Shakoor, Mingshu Li, Yuanbo Li, Guiyun Wang, Yukui Rui
Summary: China is the largest producer of chestnut, resulting in a significant waste of chestnut shells. In this study, shell biochar and thorn biochar were produced from chestnut shells, and their characteristics were analyzed. The results showed that thorn biochar had better adsorption capacity for lead compared to shell biochar. Additionally, the application of thorn biochar had positive effects on the growth of pakchoi and the soil environment.
CROP & PASTURE SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Attila Csaba Kondor, Anna Viktoria Vancsik, Laszlo Bauer, Lili Szabo, Zoltan Szalai, Gergely Jakab, Gabor Maasz, Marta Pedrosa, Maria Jose Sampaio, Ana Rita Lado Ribeiro
Summary: This review provides a critical overview of research on the removal efficiency of priority substances and compounds of emerging concern through bank filtration, discussing influencing factors and future challenges. The findings show that the efficiency of bank filtration is influenced by multiple factors and varies for different substances.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinyan Wang, Shuai Zhang, Huihui Yan, Zhao Ma, Yunshan Zhang, Haining Luo, Xueli Yang
Summary: This study investigated the association between ambient PM2.5, O3 pollution, and ovarian reserve in reproductive-aged Chinese women. The results showed that increased exposure to PM2.5 and O3 was associated with decreased AMH levels, indicating reduced ovarian reserve. Notably, the effects of O3 exposure on ovarian reserve were different from those of PM2.5 exposure.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Tingting Ma, Yanjuan Ding, Fengjiao Xu, Chen Zhang, Min Zhou, Ya Tang, Yanrong Chen, Yating Wen, Rufei Chen, Bin Tang, Shigui Wang
Summary: The dragonfly species Orthetrum albistylum can accumulate heavy metals, and its heat shock protein genes have the potential to serve as biomarkers for monitoring environmental pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Naoto Ishiwaka, Koya Hashimoto, Masayoshi K. Hiraiwa, Francisco Sanchez-Bayo, Taku Kadoya, Daisuke Hayasaka
Summary: Systemic insecticides and rising temperatures have combined effects on the abundance of Odonata nymphs in paddy fields. The standalone effect of insecticide exposure decreased the Odonata community, while nymphs decreased synergistically with temperature rise in paddy water. However, the impacts of each stressor alone varied among species.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marco Vecchiato, Carlo Barbante, Elena Barbaro, Francois Burgay, Warren R. L. Cairns, Alice Callegaro, David Cappelletti, Federico Dallo, Marianna D'Amico, Matteo Feltracco, Jean-Charles Gallet, Andrea Gambaro, Catherine Larose, Niccolo Maffezzoli, Mauro Mazzola, Ivan Sartorato, Federico Scoto, Clara Turetta, Massimiliano Varde, Zhiyong Xie, Andrea Spolaor
Summary: The Arctic region is facing contamination from long-range pollution and local human activities. Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) are used as environmental indicators for emission, transport, and deposition processes. Research conducted in the Arctic surface snow in Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard from October 2018 to May 2019 shows that long-range inputs of PAHs mainly occur in winter, while the most abundant analyte retene exhibits opposite seasonal trends.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Maoshui Zhuo, Zhijie Chen, Xiaoqing Liu, Wei Wei, Yansong Shen, Bing-Jie Ni
Summary: This paper discusses the application of three catalytic processes (photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and biocatalysis) in the management of microplastic pollution, and introduces the efficiency and catalytic mechanisms of different catalysts. It also proposes the development prospects for sustainable management of microplastic pollution.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shiyu Chen, Zhenzhen Shi, Qiang Zhang
Summary: In this study, a human physiologically based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) model of diethyl phthalate (DEP) was developed to assess its toxicity. The model considers the distribution and metabolism of DEP and its active metabolite monoethyl phthalate (MEP) in different tissue compartments. Sensitivity analysis and Bayesian Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) simulations were performed to evaluate the uncertainty and variability of the model parameters. The results suggest that dermal absorption is an important route of exposure to DEP in the environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Bangguo Wang, Lijing Wang, Wenxi Cen, Tao Lyu, Peter Jarvis, Yang Zhang, Yuanxun Zhang, Yinghui Han, Lei Wang, Gang Pan, Kaili Zhang, Wei Fan
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility and mechanisms of a chemical-free nanobubble-based AOP for treating organic micropollutants in water. The results show that the oxygen nanobubble AOP has a significantly higher removal efficiency compared to air and nitrogen nanobubbles. The treatment performance is not affected by pH and the presence of ions. Higher initial concentrations of the micropollutant lead to slower treatment processes, but similar removal performance is achieved in the end. The presence of organic matter reduces the removal rate of the micropollutant. The results have practical feasibility for water and wastewater treatment.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yingmei Huang, Jicai Yi, Yao Huang, Songxiong Zhong, Bin Zhao, Jing Zhou, Yuxuan Wang, Yiwen Zhu, Yanhong Du, Fangbai Li
Summary: This study investigates the impact of biochar on methylmercury (MeHg) accumulation in rice. The results show that biochar reduces MeHg levels in paddy soils by decreasing bioavailable Hg and microbial Hg methylation. Additionally, biochar decreases the uptake and translocation of MeHg in rice plants, resulting in a reduction of MeHg accumulation in rice grains.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nengde Zeng, Fei Huang, Jiani Du, Chenghao Huang, Qian Yang, Xinhua Zhan, Baoshan Xing
Summary: This study investigates the protein targets and protein-ligand interactions related to PAH contamination in crop xylem sap using computational tools. The results show that phenanthrene has a more pronounced effect on the xylem sap proteins of maize and wheat, with maize DEPs associated with lipid biosynthesis and wheat DEPs exhibiting an increase in ABC transporters. This study provides insights into the regulation and movement of PAHs within plant xylem.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xinwei Chen, Hao Ma, Run Wang, Man Wang, Binbin Zhu, Yanqing Cong, Xiayue Zhu, Guoqin Wang, Yi Zhang
Summary: Co3O4/TiO2-NRs electrodes with excellent photoresponse were prepared via plasma-assisted modification of Co3O4 on TiO2. The combination of Co3O4 and TiO2 improved the light utilization efficiency and showed potential for degradation of pollutants.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wenjing Ji, Liying Song, Jing Wang, Hongqing Song
Summary: This study conducted a life-cycle assessment to examine the correlation between natural gas consumption and carbon emissions in different end uses in China. The results showed that both natural gas consumption and life-cycle carbon emissions have been increasing since 2017. Significant variations in NG life-cycle carbon emissions were found across different provinces and sectors, highlighting the need for targeted efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Youyi Chen, Boxuan Zhang, Pojun Zhang, Guogui Shi, Hao Liang, Wu Cai, Jingyu Gao, Sumin Zhuang, Kaiyin Luo, Jiaqi Zhu, Chaoxiang Chen, Kunyu Ma, Jinrong Chen, Chun Hu, Xueci Xing
Summary: The synergistic effects of trace sulfadiazine and cast-iron corrosion scales on the formation of disinfection by-products in drinking water distribution systems were investigated. The presence of magnetite resulted in increased concentrations of DBPs due to the higher microbial activity and enhanced microbial extracellular electron transport pathway. The study highlights the importance of considering trace antibiotics pollution and corrosion scales in water sources for DBP control.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Bishwa Raj Pokharel, Vijay Sheri, Manoj Kumar, Zhiyong Zhang, Baohong Zhang
Summary: This review summarizes the interactions, uptake, and transport of aluminum nanoparticles (Al-NPs) in plants, highlighting their negative effects on plant growth and development, as well as their potential to alter plant defense systems and gene expression.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yonglu Wang, Fengsong Zhang, Xiaoyong Liao, Xiao Yang, Guixiang Zhang, Liyun Zhang, Chaojun Wei, Pengge Shi, Jiongxin Wen, Xiaorong Ju, Can Xu, Yang Liu, Ying Lan
Summary: This study aims to explore the effects of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole on soil microflora and the potential mitigation mechanisms to bacterial communities. It was found that increasing the application of thiencarbazone-methyl center dot isoxaflutole resulted in increased stress on soil bacterial community structure and diversity. Increasing soil pH was recognized as a key factor in improving the diversity and structure of soil microflora. Supplemental use of nitrapyrin or modified attapulgite can increase soil pH and improve bacterial diversity.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2024)
